COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
AR Lenoble
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
AR Lenoble Cuvée Intense Brut is a Non-Vintage Champagne from the Champagne AOC in France. Produced by the family-owned AR Lenoble house, it is a blend typically featuring Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. The wine's distinctiveness stems from its extended aging process and the use of reserve wines aged in magnum bottles, a testament to the producer's philosophy of respecting time and developing personality-driven wines. The grapes are sourced from specific vineyard sites, including Grand Cru Chardonnay in Chouilly and Premier Cru Pinot Noir from Bisseuil, reflecting the esteemed terroir of the Champagne region. AR Lenoble is recognized for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and biodiversity.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€55
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
AR Lenoble was one of the first Champagne houses to achieve the 'Haute Valeur Environnementale' (HVE) certification for sustainable development.
Fact 02
Reserve wines are aged in magnum bottles for extended periods before blending, a costly but character-building practice.
Fact 03
The producer emphasizes biodiversity and sustainable farming, with significantly reduced yields compared to the Champagne average.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The AR Lenoble Cuvée Intense Brut is crafted using a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Vinification involves partial fermentation in oak barrels and steel tanks. A key technique is the use of a perpetual reserve system, where reserve wines are aged in magnum bottles for extended periods before blending. The wine undergoes significant aging on its lees, exceeding regulatory minimums. AR Lenoble employs sustainable viticulture practices, focusing on biodiversity and minimizing chemical inputs, and holds the 'Haute Valeur Environnementale' (HVE) certification.
